BAFTA-winning actor Michael Ward became visibly emotional after a London jury unanimously found him not guilty of all charges brought against him.
Ward had been on trial over allegations of two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration and one count of sexual assault, all of which he denied.
Following the verdict, the actor broke down in tears inside the courtroom as the jury cleared him of every charge.
The actor, best known for his acclaimed performances in Blue Story, Top Boy and Empire of Light, had maintained his innocence throughout the legal proceedings.
The unanimous verdict brings the high-profile case to a close, with Ward now free of all criminal charges.
The courtroom scene quickly sparked reactions online, with many supporters expressing relief at the outcome, while others stressed the importance of allowing the judicial process to run its course before reaching conclusions in high-profile cases.
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